KME Sharpening System - Tip for Excessive Jaw Movement

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[@gammarayburst4763]

Love the kme the best system I have had yet. Great system...

[@mostubb]

I really enjoy your videos. Thanks for showing this.

[@KnifeKrazy.]

Thanks for watching.

[@paulhughes3961]

OK, I did read in the warranty that all the parts are covered under normal wear and tear and will be replaced free. Mine system is fine. I got the oiling tip from Dean I.

[@lucacadianalbert]

ha ha after seeing that post on FB I was just waiting for you to make a video about it. thanks!

[@lucacadianalbert]

it's also very important to keep that plate clean. Metal shavings can stick to the oil and it will become a very abrasive slurry that will accelerate ware. I clean it with compressed air in between sharpenings

[@KnifeKrazy.]

Lots of video topics can come from Edge Snobs. :)

[@shawnlavigne9069]

I just got my KME. The instructions said to lubricate this area. I used a little bit of high quality bearing grease. I also pull back on the spring when I rotate the clamp to keep the indents from prematurely wearing out.

[@KnifeKrazy.]

This part is made to wear out. But yes. Keep oil on it.

[@blairtaylor9552]

yep, lithium or teflon grease will last much longer in this application than oil

[@preppinainteasy9965]

just happen 2 run across this..if u have a belt sander u can prolong the plate a little longer..Atleast til you get another..👍 keep up the good work..

[@andrewdrescher6389]

Surely releasing pressure on the spring whilst rotating would greatly reduce wear on that plate too? Still very good tip oiling it... I expect many (including me) wouldn't think to oil that. It's not like a hinge or pivot that you'd expect to oil, but it's still a moving part! Cheers.

[@MrNorthstar50]

Yes too much tension on the spring is the biggest problem.

[@CL053DC45K37]

Also by pressing in on the end with the spring it will also help along with the oil.

[@ShinyKnife]

Nice tip Matt

[@KnifeKrazy.]

Thanks

[@abnergaldos8695]

Great video

[@adrianotero7963]

next time throw a white sheet on your table,will help with the contrast......great video.....very informative.

[@KnifeKrazy.]

Thanks

[@blairtaylor9552]

8/2022 and it clearly says in the user guide to oil that location. Was it not in there in the past?

[@shubbagin49]

Thanks for informative vid, just started using the KME and am finding it an excellent sharpener. I live in the UK and bought a KME from a British knife agent. The problem is they only stock basics and PO from USA is really pricey if I want to order from KME direct for the usual manicness of knife guys when it comes to MORE. L,O,L,

[@wrongway2001]

Laurie. I am in the same position. I don't know if you know there is a new dealer of KME now here in the UK that carries a lot more of their stuff. Also they sound very helpful for getting the more obscure parts. Company is Silver Archery on 07860 835356 or 02076 221826. I finally got hold of penknife jaws through them.

[@shubbagin49]

Thank you Wrongway, the lads from KME kindly informed me by e mail, it fits in nice because years ago I used to practice field archery and now I am retired and my old club is only about 20mls away, well why not, great sport lovely people. All i can do now with my 80 odd knives is reprofile some and give the rest a mirror edge. Starting to get a name in North Hampshire country sports as the Scotsman who can sharpen a knife to cut through DNA. L.O.L.

[@jerryseymour2738]

Red & Tacky, One time baby!

[@lopovnd]

i am from austria. my kme is new but i have a small problem. nmatter haw strong i turn the nut on the backm, the jaw only snaps i place on one sdie. when i turn it i need to push it to the left to snap 100% in place.

[@DeanO]

Good information

[@KnifeKrazy.]

Thanks Dean

[@stevekushman3030]

A couple of drops of oil & little common sense can make a big difference with wear issues. Good video.

[@KnifeKrazy.]

Yes Sir. Thanks

[@oneshadowone]

I lubricated mine with : Nano Grease

[@ty6896]

Is the KME sharpening system your favorite system over the others or are their just pros and cons to each? I am looking for a system to do kitchen knives and EDC blades. Nothing out of the ordinary knife wise. Would you recommend the KME or another system for that application?? Thx in advance! Great videos!

[@bp-hx9ts]

ty6896 a kme is great until you go past about 6 or 7 inches in blade length for longer blades either a different system such as the hapstone v7 or freehanding etc would be better

[@KnifeKrazy.]

KME is my go to sharpener for pocket knives. When you get to larger blades there are other sharpeners that works better. I put the videos out there with the information, the decision will be up to you for your sharpening needs. Thanks for watching

[@KnifeKrazy.]

Agreed

[@jackmcclure9623]

Would lithium grease hang around longer

[@blairtaylor9552]

yes

[@xderiwx]

When you're rotating a knife from side to side while sharpening, are we supposed to be depressing the spring each time or is it okay to just rotate from the jaws and let the detents/nipples do their thing?

[@KnifeKrazy.]

Just rotate it and let the nipples do there thing. Keep the nipples lubed. You don’t want to prematurely wear out the back plate.

[@w5cjb]

I'm 74y and can't push the spring to open the jaw's What can I do. Jim

[@KnifeKrazy.]

Contact KME customer service. KMESHARP.com

[@lamprozar1]

hey brother where can i get one of those knobs you use on your kme rod handle

[@KnifeKrazy.]

McMaster-Carr 1/4" x 20 thread female Oval knob

[@lamprozar1]

That you I went with kme first instead of the hapstone thank you

[@paulhughes3961]

can the plate be purchased separately?

[@KnifeKrazy.]

It's not offered for sale on the website. But, i'm sure KME would sell you some. Or, if you are having problems and one is wore out i'm sure they will give you one. Give them a call.

[@Billthesheepdog]

Do you have a video that discusses the issue with 100grit and 140grit diamond stones crumbling a little bit and scratching blades? Im almost afraid to use them anymore.

[@KnifeKrazy.]

I do have a video about scratching the blades.

[@mike7958]

You keep mentioning Edge Snobs on Facebook. For the life of me, I can't find them. Do you actually mean Steel Snobs?

[@Archergrl5]

Mike I found it without any issues. Search edge snobs and if needed hit the groups tab and it pops right up.

[@adrianotero7963]

You need to get a white background...

[@bootlip11]

feed the KME

[@larrye.quigley4379]

Where is this "Edge Snobs" you speak of? When I google it, nope don't come up, why? Is it a .com, .net, or a .notknowntoman?

[@KnifeKrazy.]

Edge snobs is a Facebook group.

[@Billthesheepdog]

drat. dont do FB.

[@bootlip11]

+Billthesheepdog yea

[@andrewchildersvlogs9006]

i requested to join can you add me

[@KnifeKrazy.]

I'm not an admin. But I'm sure they will add you.

[@andrewchildersvlogs9006]

KnifeKrazy OK thanks